8/10 Good
Darlene C.
17 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Darlene C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Entire condo
El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day
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Reviews
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
Entire condo
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Barbecue
Explore the area
Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Fort Walton BeachesPlace, Fort Walton Beaches1 min walk
- Santa Rosa SoundPlace, Santa Rosa Sound5 min walk
- Okaloosa Island BeachPlace, Okaloosa Island Beach9 min walk
- Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)21 min drive
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About the area
Fort Walton Beach
Located in Fort Walton Beach (Okaloosa Island), this condo is within a 10-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. .This condo is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Destin Beaches and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk.
What's nearby
- Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Santa Rosa Sound - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Okaloosa Island Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
- Okaloosa Island Pier - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
- Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
- Whataburger - 8 min drive
- Olive Garden - 9 min drive
- Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - 10 min drive
- Ocean Buffet - 10 min drive
- Slim Chickens - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day
FREE BEACH SERVICE INCLUDED!
Enjoy Free Activities with your stay — a $300+ per day value! As our way of saying thank you, you’ll receive complimentary daily admissions to some of the area’s most popular attractions. (Valid for short-term rentals only. Not available for per diem or guest-of-owner stays.)
Each day, you will receive a ticket to each of the following:
- Shalimar Golf Course
- Big Kahuna’s Water Park
- Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
- Wild Willy’s Grand Prix
- Sea Blaster (Dolphin Cruise (Beach or Sunset))
- Sea Blaster (Snorkeling Trip)
- Cruisin’ Tiki’s (Evening Sunset Cruise)
This recently remodeled and freshly painted 1-bedroom condo offers a clean, modern, and comfortable space for your beach getaway. The unit features numerous upgrades, including a new stove/oven, dishwasher, kitchen sink, and faucet, along with brand-new furniture in the living room, bedroom, and dining area. Additional updates include a new vanity and toilet, updated balcony furniture, new wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and new ceiling fans in both the living room and bedroom. A brand-new sleeper sofa provides extra comfort and sleeping space.
Looking for paradise? You’ve found it at El Matador! One of the most sought-after resorts on the Emerald Coast, this gated community offers a peaceful setting nestled between sugar-white sand dunes and the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Located at the end of Okaloosa Island, El Matador provides a secluded atmosphere while still being just minutes from the shopping, dining, and entertainment of Fort Walton Beach and Destin. A short drive takes you to Destin, known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” where you can enjoy fishing charters, waterfront dining, golf, and family attractions like Big Kahuna’s Water Park.
Back at the resort, enjoy a variety of amenities, including:
- Two swimming pools
- His-and-her whirlpools and saunas
- Tennis courts and fitness center
- Expansive green spaces for family fun and relaxation
Enjoy Free Activities with your stay — a $300+ per day value! As our way of saying thank you, you’ll receive complimentary daily admissions to some of the area’s most popular attractions. (Valid for short-term rentals only. Not available for per diem or guest-of-owner stays.)
Each day, you will receive a ticket to each of the following:
- Shalimar Golf Course
- Big Kahuna’s Water Park
- Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
- Wild Willy’s Grand Prix
- Sea Blaster (Dolphin Cruise (Beach or Sunset))
- Sea Blaster (Snorkeling Trip)
- Cruisin’ Tiki’s (Evening Sunset Cruise)
This recently remodeled and freshly painted 1-bedroom condo offers a clean, modern, and comfortable space for your beach getaway. The unit features numerous upgrades, including a new stove/oven, dishwasher, kitchen sink, and faucet, along with brand-new furniture in the living room, bedroom, and dining area. Additional updates include a new vanity and toilet, updated balcony furniture, new wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and new ceiling fans in both the living room and bedroom. A brand-new sleeper sofa provides extra comfort and sleeping space.
Looking for paradise? You’ve found it at El Matador! One of the most sought-after resorts on the Emerald Coast, this gated community offers a peaceful setting nestled between sugar-white sand dunes and the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Located at the end of Okaloosa Island, El Matador provides a secluded atmosphere while still being just minutes from the shopping, dining, and entertainment of Fort Walton Beach and Destin. A short drive takes you to Destin, known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” where you can enjoy fishing charters, waterfront dining, golf, and family attractions like Big Kahuna’s Water Park.
Back at the resort, enjoy a variety of amenities, including:
- Two swimming pools
- His-and-her whirlpools and saunas
- Tennis courts and fitness center
- Expansive green spaces for family fun and relaxation
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Heated pool
- Sauna
Internet
- Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- DVD player
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
- Heated pool
- Tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
- Gated community
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
One Bedroom for Short or Long Term Rentals
One Bedroom for Short or Long Term Rentals. Condo
One Bedroom for Short or Long Term Rentals. Fort Walton Beach
1602-60801
El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 11 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 11 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
4 - Poor
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Tab E., Union City
8 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great, but the condo had the bare minimum.
Tab E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
19 Aug 2013
vaca
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I was not happy at all with this unit. The bathroom has not been updated since the 80's, the ice maker did not work, HOWEVER, Alicia J. Hollis brought us 2 bags of ice, and the mattress pad and therefor the sheet would not stay on the bed. Alicia & associates were great as always and I will use them again but NOT this unit.